Museum De Bastei

Descend into the exciting, underground past of Nijmegen. Wander through hidden corridors, stairs and vistas. Discover the old defense tower, the vaulted cannon corridor and casemates. See, smell, feel and listen to the history of the oldest city in the Netherlands.

Also experience nature up close. Come face to face with an enormous mammoth skull and meet the beastly residents with whom we share this place on Waal. You will discover that there is much more to life in and around the city than you think!

In Museum De Bastei you experience the centuries-long re…

In Museum De Bastei you experience the centuries-long relationship between people, river and nature in this special place on the Waal. From the museum café and from the roof terrace you can see the museum story reflected in the view over the river landscape. And anyone who dares to walk onto the glass bay window can see a little more.

Activities
Museum De Bastei has activities for young people, the elderly and everything in between. Scavenger hunts, tours and workshops for indoors, but also for outdoors! Would you like to know more about the building history, the city and river nature or about the defenses of Nijmegen? Book a tour, excursion or package. Information about this and about our holiday programs can be found on our website.

Museum shop
Looking for a nice gift? In our museum shop you will find nice gadgets for culture and nature lovers, for young people and adventurers, for someone else or for yourself.

Museum cafe
Would you like a snack or drink after your discovery tour through the museum? Visit the museum café on the top floor. From the top of the museum tower you have a fantastic view over the iconic Nijmegen bridges, the green Waalkade and the river park of the Netherlands.

De Bastei
Lange Baan 4
6511 XJ NIJMEGEN

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